Starting as a Son-in-law to Establish an immortal Family

Chapter 1283: Chapter 442: Can’t cure Bi Lake Mountain, can’t I cure you?_3

Lu Changsheng, as a Third-Rank Talisman Master and favored by Caiyun True Immortal, has been appointed as a Visiting Noble Servant. Even though he holds the status of a False Core Immortal, Enforcement Elders are willing to show some respect and maintain good relations with Bi Lake Mountain.

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“Wenyuan, how much Spirit Stone has the family spent on compensation this time…?”

Sima Tong, seated on a Spirit Boat with Sima Wenyuan after departing Qingyun Sect, asked in a faint and weak voice.

“Second Uncle…”

Sima Wenyuan could tell that their Family Patriarch was not in a good state.

If he were to hear about such compensations, he might erupt in rage, sending his qi-blood into turmoil.

“Say it. I’m fine.”

Sima Tong sighed deeply and responded.

“Two hundred thousand Spirit Stones, the spirit land at Heming Mountain, and ten shops…”

Sima Wenyuan reported in a low tone.

“What…ugh!”

Hearing those words, Sima Tong’s eyes widened with shock, his fists clenched tightly, his pale face flushed red, and he spewed a mouthful of fresh blood.

This journey not only cost his Sima Family four young prodigies and a Foundation Establishment Late-Stage cultivator but also left him gravely injured and half-crippled. Even if he recuperated, he would be considered the lowest tier of False Core Immortals.

And in these dire circumstances, his family had paid such an excessive amount of Spirit Stone assets just to save him!

Agonizing!

Sima Tong felt a unique grievance, anger like he had never experienced before.

It was worth noting that he had earlier been suppressed by Lu Ping’an, and upon waking, his Storage Bag had also been taken.

Thus, this trip led to losses for the Sima Family exceeding one million Spirit Stones!

“Second Uncle, Second Uncle…”

Sima Wenyuan quickly supported Sima Tong, channeling his mana to help soothe his meridians and stabilize his qi-blood.

With a visibly bitter expression, he said, “Lu Changsheng is backed by Caiyun True Immortal and has become Qingyun Sect’s Visiting Noble Servant. Furthermore, Caiyun True Immortal personally intervened in this matter, leaving our Sima Family absolutely no room for negotiation…”

“Previously, Qiuhua had gone to seek an audience with Yuzhi True Immortal but was reprimanded instead over this issue.”

“So, for this matter, even if…even if we want revenge, we can only wait for the storm to pass and act covertly.”

Sima Wenyuan expressed grimly.

Having suffered such devastating losses, the Sima Family naturally didn’t want to let the matter go.

Especially with Bi Lake Mountain growing at such an unprecedented pace – it filled the Sima Family with unease, unwilling to witness Lu Family rise in power like this.

“Caiyun True Immortal…”

Upon hearing that Caiyun True Immortal had intervened, Sima Tong exhaled deeply, a sense of powerlessness surging in his heart.

Qingyun Sect – the insurmountable mountain looming over these family forces!

And the Nascent Soul Immortals of Qingyun Sect – they are the mountain’s rulers, holding the very power of life and death over them!

“Bi Lake Mountain, the Lu Family!”

Endless rage, hatred, and murderous intent surged within Sima Tong’s heart.

But as he contemplated his current state, an air of helpless despair washed over him.

With injuries of this severity, it would take at least three to five years to recuperate before he could engage in combat.

Even then, he estimated that he would still fail to contend with Lu Ping’an.

But in that instant, he recalled escaping to Misty Rain Market during his plight, only for the marketplace to activate its Great Formation and refuse aid, leaving him to perish.

If the market had intervened at that time, he might have escaped, and his family might not have suffered such losses!

“Humph!”

Sima Tong snorted coldly, recounting the Misty Rain Market incident to Sima Wenyuan.

Unable to touch Bi Lake Mountain Lu Family, surely they could deal with a mere marketplace!

A chance to not only recover some losses but also make a statement, affirming that their family remains a force among the False Core families!

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Bi Lake Mountain.

Biyun Villa, within a grand hall.

“Thank you, Elder Xu, matters like these could have been notified through others.”

Lu Miaoyun promptly received the Enforcement Elder from Qingyun Sect upon hearing of his arrival, to provide hospitality.

“Haha, this Elder happened to have some free time, and considering Bi Lake Mountain isn’t far from Qingyun Sect, decided to personally make the trip.”

The Enforcement Elder was visibly disappointed at Lu Changsheng’s absence.

He had hoped to seize this opportunity to establish familiarity with Lu Changsheng and Lu Ping’an.

Having managed family affairs for years, Lu Miaoyun had cultivated shrewdness and tact.

She explained that her husband had entered closed-door cultivation after a recent epiphany, while her eldest son, Lu Ping’an, was currently at White Tiger Mountain.

Assuring that if Elder Xu had pressing matters, she would notify her husband promptly.

“Haha, this Elder carries no particular matter, only admiration for the illustrious Bi Lake Mountain Lord.”

Upon hearing that Lu Changsheng was in closed-door cultivation, the Enforcement Elder refrained from disturbing him. After some casual chatter, he rose to take his leave.

“Elder Xu, thank you for your troubles this trip. Please accept this humble token of gratitude.”

Lu Miaoyun presented a Jade Box to Elder Xu.

Utilizing his Divine Sense, Elder Xu glanced inside and was stunned by the discovery – a Third-Rank Talisman. He couldn’t help but marvel at the sheer generosity of Bi Lake Mountain.

No doubt, this act confirmed that the Bi Lake Mountain Lord’s Talisman Path skills had reached Third Rank long ago!

His expression brightened as he said warmly, “Lady Lu, this is far too kind. Should your family encounter obstacles in substantiating your spirit land or transferring shop ownership, feel free to seek assistance from the Enforcement Hall.”

“Likewise, if you face any issues in the future, you can look for this Elder – I still command some influence within the Sect.”

Elder Xu’s demeanor shifted to one of heightened enthusiasm.

This initial gesture of generosity from Bi Lake Mountain made him keen on establishing closer ties.

After all, Bi Lake Mountain boasted Lu Changsheng, the Third-Rank Talisman Master, along with a top-tier Alchemist capable of refining Foundation Establishment Elixirs!

In the future, he might need favors from Bi Lake Mountain.

“That’s excellent; the family may very well trouble Elder Xu in the future.”

Lu Miaoyun replied with an amiable smile.

Silently, she praised her husband’s foresight, having long anticipated that Third-Rank Talismans could pave the way for forging family connections.

After sending Elder Xu on his way, she handed over the Spiritual Contract to Lu Xingyang for arrangements, assigning personnel to take over the spirit land and shops.

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With the Sima Family’s compensations, the feud between Bi Lake Mountain Lu Family and Xuanwu Ridge’s Sima Family reached a temporary resolution.

This matter didn’t stir much attention.

However, families like Jinlong Ridge Jin Family, Lingxi Lake Xie Family, and Great Ape Mountain Yuan Family kept a close watch.

After all, rumors of Lu Changsheng aligning with Caiyun True Immortal were simply astounding, prompting further verification efforts.

Observing the outcome of this matter, these families realized there was truth to the buzz.

The entanglement between Bi Lake Mountain and Xuanwu Ridge had indeed drawn Caiyun True Immortal’s intervention.

Otherwise, under normal circumstances, Qingyun Sect’s usual approach would have been mutual reprimands!

At that moment, these family forces grew increasingly wary of Bi Lake Mountain.

For now, Bi Lake Mountain remained quiet, with family operations proceeding normally, and trade caravans continuing their journeys uninterrupted.

But with Lu Ping’an’s victory over Sima Tong, the caravans, now under Lu Ruyi’s charge, no longer required Lu Ping’an to personally oversee them.

Under typical circumstances, one or two Foundation Establishment cultivators were sufficient for caravan security.

Half a month later, Xiao Xiyue arrived at Bi Lake Mountain, delivering news regarding the Tianyuan Secret Realm.

Finding Lu Changsheng in closed-door cultivation, she handed the Secret Realm Token to Lu Miaoge.

She explained that if Lu Changsheng had yet to emerge from seclusion after a month, then they should notify him to proceed to Luoyun Mountain Range and head to the Tianyuan Secret Realm.

Aside from this token, Xiao Xiyue left Lu Changsheng another item—a keepsake.

She stated that if needed, the keepsake could be used to contact her senior sister, Chu Qingyi.